traction control Citroen DS5 2011 1.G Owner's Manual

Warning/indicator lampStateCauseAction/Observations



Dynamic stability control(DSC/ASR)
flashing. The DSC/ASR regulation is active. The system optimises traction and improves the
directional stability of the vehicle.
fixed. Unless it has been deactivated(button pressed and its indicator lamp
on) the DSC/ASR system has a fault.Have it checked b
y a CITROËN or a qualified
workshop.

Engine autodiagnosis system
flashing.The engine management system hasa fault. Risk of destruction of the catalytic conver ter.
Have it checked by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified
workshop.
fixed. The emission control system has afault. The warning lamp should go off when the engine is started. If it does not go off, contact a CITROËN dealer or
qualified workshop without delay.



Low fuel levelfixed with the two last
bars flashing.When it first comes on there remainsapproximately 6 litres offfuelin thetank.You must re
fuel as soon as possible to avoid runningout of fuel.This warning lamp will come on every time the ignition
is switched on, until a sufficient addition of fuel is made.
Fuel tank capacit
y: approximately 60 litres.
Never continue to drive until you run out of fuel as
this could damage the emission control and injectionsystems.



Anti-lock
Braking System(ABS)
fixed. The anti-lock braking system has a
f
ault. The vehicle retains conventional brakin
g.
Drive carefull
y at reduced speed and contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop without
delay.

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Safety
Electronic Stability Programme
(ESC: Electronic Stability Control) incorporating
the following systems:


- the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and
the electronic brake force distribution(EBFD),

- the emergency braking assistance,

- the anti-slip regulation (ASR) or tractioncontrol,

- the dynamic stability control (DSC).









Electronic stability programme (ESC)
Definitions
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)and electronic brake force
distribution (EBFD)
This system improves the stability and
manoeuvrability of your vehicle when braking and offers improved control in corners, in par ticular on poor or slippery road surfaces.
The ABS prevents wheel lock in the event of
emergency braking.
The electronic brake force distribution system
manages the braking pressure wheel by wheel.
Emergency braking assistance
In an emergency, this system enables you to reach the optimum braking pressure more quickly and therefore reduce the stopping distance. It is triggered in relation to the speed at which
the brake pedal is pressed. This is felt by a reduction in the resistance of the pedal and an increase in the effectiveness of the braking.

Anti-skid regulation (ASR)

The ASR system (also known as Traction Control) optimises traction in order to avoid
wheel slip b
y acting on the brakes of the drivingwheels and on the engine. It also improves
the directional stability of the vehicle onacceleration.


Dynamic stability control (DSC)

If there is a difference between the path followed by the vehicle and that required bythe driver, the DSC monitors each wheel and
automatically acts on the brake of one or more
wheels and on the engine to return the vehicle
to the required path, within the limits of the laws of physics.

Snow driving assistance
(Intelligent Traction Control)
Your vehicle has a system to help driving onsnow: Intelligent Traction Control.This automatic system continuously checks
for situations of difficult surface adhesion thatcould make it difficult to move off or makeprogress on deep fresh snow or compactedsnow.
In these situations, Intelligent Traction
Contro
llimits the amount of wheel slip toprovide the best traction and trajectory control.
In extremely severe conditions (deep snow,mud…), it can be useful to temporarily deactivate the dynamicstabilitycontroland
wheel anti-slip systems to allow a degree of
wheel spin and so recover grip.It is recommended that the system be reactivated as soon as possible. Snow tyres are strongly recommended on sur faces offering low levels of adhesion.


Operation


Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
and electronic brake force
distribution
(EBFD)
In emergency braking, press very firmly without releasing the pressure.

When changing wheels (tyres and rims),make sure that these are approved for your vehicle.
Normal operation of the ABS may make itself felt by slight vibrations of the brake pedal. When this warnin
g lamp comes on,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message, it indicates that
there is a fault with the ABS, which
could cause loss of control of the vehicle whenbraking.
When this warnin
g lamp comes on, coupled with the STOPwarning lamp,
accompanied by an audible signal
and a message, it indicates that
th
ere is a fault with the electronic brake forcedistribution (EBFD), which could cause loss of control of the vehicle when braking.
You must stop as soon as it is safe to do so. In both cases, contact a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

Jack.............................................................186JACK socket..................................80, 286, 311
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Markings,identification.............................................239Massage function.........................................72Mat................................................................79Menu, main.................................................302Mini fuel level ....................................19, 36, 64Mirror, rear view............................................77Mirrors, door..................................................r76Misfuel prevention.........................................64Motorway function(direction indicators).................................164Mountings for ISOFIXseats.........................................................158MP3 CD .......................................282, 307, 308Music media players ...........................281, 307
Navigation...................................................251Number plate lamps ....................................200
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Labels, identification...................................239Lamps, warning and indicator.................r29-37Lane Depar ture Warning System(LDWS).....................................................119LED daytime running lamps........................135Level, brake fluid.........................................224Level, headlamp wash................................225Level, power steering fluid ..........................224
Levels and checks...............................220-228Lighting................................................147,148Lighting, guide-me home ....................136, 138Lighting, interior..................................r147,148Lighting bulbs (replacement)..............193-200Lighting control stalk............................132-138Lighting dimmer............................................r42Lighting on reminder...................................r135Loading..................................................24, 212
Load reduction mode ..................................206Localised assistance call............................243Localised emergency call...........................243Locating your vehicle....................................55Locking from the inside.................................55Locking the doors...................................50, 55Long objects, transpor ting............................81
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Identification plates.....................................239Ignition on................................................51, 95Indicator lamps, status............................29-37Indicators, direction....................................164
Inflating accessories (using the kit)............185Inflating tyres ..............................................239Inputs for audio system .................80, 286, 311Instrument panel lighting..............................42Instrument panels.........................................28Instrument panel screen...............................28Intelligent Traction Control..........................168Interior fittings...............................................78Interior mood lighting..................................148ISOFIX child seats ...............................159-160ISOFIX mountings.......................................158
Keeping children safe...........152-161, 172 , 174Key..........................................................52-53Key, electronic ......................................... 48-54Keyless Entry and Starting...31, 49-51, 94, 95
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Main beam.............................30, 132, 193-195Maintenance..................................................24Map reading lamps.....................................147
MOil filter........................................................r227Oil level..................................................41, 223Opening the boot..............................48,49,56Opening the doors..................................48,49Operation indicator lamps .......................29-37
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Under-inflation (detection).......................... 166Unlocking................................................48,49Unlocking from the inside.............................55Unlocking the boot........................................48Unlocking the doors......................................55USB Player....................................................r80
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Te m p e r a t u r e , c o o l a nt ....................................38Temperature control for heated seats..........72Te m p o r a ry tyre repair kit .............................180Third brake lamp .........................................200Time............................................. 43, 288,323TMC (Tr affic info)........................................265To o l s............................................................186Total distance recorder.................................r42To w b a r.........................................................r210Towed loads ........................................233,236To w i ng another vehicle ...............................209Traction control (ASR) ............................................33,36,169Traffic information(TA)..................................................266,304Traffic information(TMC)................................................265, 266Tr i p c o m p u t e r..........................................r44, 45Tr i p d i s t a n c e r e c o r d e r...................................r42Tyre pressures ....................................181, 239Tyres..............................................................24
Tyre under-inflation detection .....................166
Vehicle identification...................................239Ventilation...............................................84,85Visibility.........................................................90
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Warning lamps ........................................29-37Warning triangle............................................83Wash-wipe, rear..........................................r144Weights...............................................233, 236Welcome lighting.........................................139Window controls............................................59Wiper, rear...................................................r144
Wiper control stalk...............................143-145Wipers ...........................................32,143, 145
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Xenon headlamps .......................................193
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